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P90X Review - Here's Why It's Much More Than Just An Ordinary Home Workout
I have to admit, when I purchased the P90X DVD's
Turns out that P90X, or Power 90X, was very different from any workout that I had been through. It was a complete and comprehensive fitness system that also included a nutrition plan, a support community, as well as a state of the art home workout plan.
And with Tony Horton leading the workouts, it was like having a personal trainer/motivator.
I've been through Power 90X. Here is my P90X review.
What comes with P90X ?
Included in my P90X package were 13 DVD's, a nutrition plan, and a fitness guide.
The nutrition guide and fitness plan manuals give you your first clue that this is not just going to be some more workout tapes. Each guide is 100 pages + filled with useful information.
The 13 DVD's include an introductory video as well as twelve different workouts that you will use during the program. They consist of the following DVD's:
1. Chest & Back
2. Plyometrics
3. Shoulders & Arms
4. Yoga X
5. Legs & Back
6. Kenpo X
7. X Stretch
8. Core Synergistics
9. Chest, Shoulders, & Triceps
10. Back & Biceps
11. Cardio X
12. Ab Ripper X
My Experience. My P90X Review
Fortunately, when I first got the P90X package I did take the time to go through the Fitness Guide and Nutrition Plan.In the Fitness Guide there is a "Fit Test" on pages 20 to 26. Because this program is an advanced program you'll need to be able to start at an adequate level of fitness. In fact, they recommend that you complete Power 90
or Slim in 6 before you embark upon this journey.Well, I was able to pass the Fit Test and start the workouts. There are three variations of the P90X workout that you can follow. There is the Classic version, the Doubles version 9 where you add a second workout in the latter weeks), and the Lean version (more cardio and less muscle building).
Meet Tony Horton
Tony Horton is the trainer that will guide you during you workouts. Believe me, Tony will keep you going. I know it's almost a cliche to say that someone makes working out fun, but Tony does make it fun.I know there have been workouts where I was dragging and just barely able to drag myself down to the den for a workout but soon got into it and had a really productive session.
That's Tony. He's got a lot of enthusiasm and a quirky sense of humor. After you go through this workout series you'll feel like you actually know Tony.
My Experience With P90X
I chose the Power 90X Lean Workouts. While this variation emphasizes cardiovascular and aerobic training, there is still a lot of muscle building in the plan.The program consist of 13 weeks of workouts. You workout 6 days a week and can rest or stretch on the remaining day. Most workout last for about an hour. Some a bit more. Some a few minutes less.
For me, the Yoga X workout was the toughest. It lasts for a little over 90 minutes and was really a challenge for me...every time! I loved the Kempo and Plyometric workouts. Seemed like those flew by!
Now, A Bit About "Muscle Confusion"
This changing of exercises "confuses" you muscles, so to speak. Because your muscles never become accustomed to the program and never become efficient, they have to work harder and can't plateau.
So you keep getting stronger. At least that's my layman's understanding of it. It's explained fully starting on page 4 of the Fitness Guide. In fact, you could even ask the developers of P90x about it on the Power 90X Message Boards
P90X Extreme Home Fitness with Tony Horton - Set of 13 DVDs
If you are serious about getting in the best shape of your life and, if you are willing to dedicate yourself to this program for the full 13 weeks; them consider this program. If you do your part, it will give you results. But, this program is not easy and it will require much from you.P90X Extreme Home Fitness with Tony Horton - Set of 13 DVDs
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Power 90X Reader Feedback
Have you tried Power 90X? What did you think?
Fetching blurbs now... please stand byI thought P90X was an amazing workout program!
tomlevenduski says:
I finished the program and had amazing results. It was easy to stick with; I was willing to do the work and did not get bored (there is a good variety of workouts included in the program).
Posted July 05, 2009
Kleo says:
I'm only one week in and I am already seeing changes in my body. I'm loving this workout series!
Posted May 25, 2009
Dana says:
It is awesome. Day 13 and I am already seeing results. I can't wait to see day 90. I know this is the workout for me. I can't tell people enough how much I love p90x.
Posted April 04, 2009
Anne says:
I am on day 4 of my p90x workout experience. Sore does not begin to describe how I feel, but it is a good sore. I am loving this workout and Tony does an excellent job of motivating and making this fun.
Posted March 22, 2009
ktree says:
I've just started using P90X. It is a great workout. Thanks for the thorough lens.
Posted February 08, 2009
Chip_Westley says:
I think it is one of the best - if not THE best - home workout programs to come along in a long while!
Posted February 06, 2009
Chip_Westley says:
P90X is one of the best - if not the best - home workout programs to come along in a long time!
Posted February 06, 2009
Other workout programs are better suited to my needs.
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